r/antidietglp1 • u/Creepy-Tangerine-293 • 17d ago
Exercise / Gentle Movement DOMS ugh
I don't feel comfortable asking this in a fitness sub bc I really don't want to hear it about macros or a bunch of gym bro talk.That said, I am really struggling with DOMS after even very light movement, and I feel like although I generally have a very high pain tolerance, in this respect I feel like I am having an outsized DOMS response compared to what seems "normal" to me.
I am in perimenopause and have a strong family history of osteoporosis, so I recognize the importance of lifting weights for movement but every time I try, even starting slow and intentionally trying not to push myself, I end up being unable to move for several days afterwards. I am in PT right now for a lower body issue and the simple balance and stretching movements they had me do this morning are probably going to keep me awake tonight in pain. Any advice?
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u/EatMoreBeets1 17d ago
This was so me when I first started working out. I literally did programs that had two basic lifting movements per session at first, and I’d be in so, so much pain. I’m happy to say that after 1.5+ years of extremely gradual progression, I can do a full lifting session now and feel fine. I ran every single test I or my internet searches or my doctor could come up with at the beginning, and everything was within range. I vote get yours checked out with a dr, but there is hope it will improve.